Connecticut Administrative Code
Title 13b - Transportation
96 - Taxicab Rules of Operation
Part 8 - Equipment Required for Van Type Vehicles in Taxicab Service
Section 13b-96-47 - Special specifications for wheelchair accessible vans

Universal Citation: CT Reg of State Agencies 13b-96-47

Current through September 9, 2024

In addition to the requirements listed in section 13b-96-46 of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies, all wheelchair accessible, modified vans shall contain the following special requirements:

(a) Longitudinal Aisle and Headroom:

All wheelchair equipped, modified vans shall have minimum headroom of seventy-two (72) inches and a minimum aisle width of fourteen (14) inches.

(b) The rear door shall be permanently unobstructed.

(c) Each van type vehicle in taxicab service, authorized for the transportation of wheelchairs, shall also include a step well located at the front right side entrance of the vehicle.

(d) When a wheelchair lift is provided, a wheelchair lift light, which illuminates the lift device and the area outside the vehicle in front and to the side of the lift, shall be provided and shall operate automatically when the side doors are opened.

(e) Wheelchair Restraint System:

All van type wheelchair equipped vehicles shall also be equipped with wheelchair locking devices for each wheelchair authorized in the seating configuration. These locking devices shall be permanently affixed to the floor of the vehicle.

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